Philippines sees 8,748 new coronavirus infections
MANILA, Philippines — The Philippines on Friday recorded 8,748 additional COVID-19 cases, bringing the total number of infections to 1,037,460.
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Active cases: 73,908 or 7.1% of the total
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Recoveries: 4,143, pushing total to 946,318
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Deaths: 89, bringing total to 17,234
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Dine-in and personal care services may now resume at a limited capacity in areas under Modified Enhanced Community Quarantine, the government's pandemic task force announced last night.
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The first shipment of 15,000 doses of the Russian-made COVID-19 vaccine Sputnik V is on the way to the Philippines after logistical challenges hampered the delivery.
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An infectious disease expert issued a stern warning against fully opening the economy for now, citing the need for the Philippines to avoid the record-breaking surge overrunning hospitals and crematoriums in India.
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Prescriptions for the antiparasitic drug ivermectin for the prevention and treatment of COVID-19 lacked doctors’ information and patrons were made to sign waivers at the so-called “pantry” that two lawmakers launched yesterday.
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That same day, the interior department warned politicians against taking advantage of the Bayanihan-inspired community pantries, which are now subject to new guidelines to avoid becoming “super-spreader” activities.
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The Hospicio de San Jose Orphanage in Manila is asking for donations after being placed under lockdown due to numerous cases of COVID-19.
— Bella Perez-Rubio with a report from Xave Gregorio
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